One person has been confirmed dead and six others seriously injured following a tragic road crash that occurred on the evening of May 25, 2025, at Lwafumu Forest along the Bunjako–Buwama road in Mpigi District.
According to Uganda Police Traffic Spokesperson ASP Michael Kananura, the crash took place at around 5:45 PM and involved a motor vehicle registration number UBM 672G, commonly referred to as a “Drone”. The driver of the vehicle fled the scene and remains at large.
Preliminary investigations by the traffic police reveal that the driver was speeding and carrying passengers in a dangerously unsafe manner. The vehicle reportedly lost control, struck a pavement, and overturned, killing one passenger instantly and injuring six others.
ASP Kananura disclosed that the same vehicle had earlier been flagged at Lungala, Mpigi, alongside three others — UBG 649K, UBM 631E, and UAR 351Z — for multiple traffic violations. These included operating without a valid license, carrying passengers in prohibited positions, reckless driving, and having obscured number plates. While some drivers were arrested and detained at Mpigi Police Station, the driver of UBM 672G and others defied police stop orders and continued driving.
“This incident underscores the serious consequences of defying police directives. What may seem like an inconvenience could be a life-saving intervention,” Kananura said in a statement.
He issued a stern warning to all drivers and vehicle operators who continue to endanger lives by transporting passengers in unsafe and illegal ways, especially during peak travel seasons.
“We urge all road users to comply with traffic regulations, respect police instructions, and prioritize their safety and that of others,” he added.
Police have launched a manhunt for the runaway driver and pledged to hold him accountable for the loss of life and injuries caused.
Authorities continue to appeal to the public to report reckless drivers and to work collectively to ensure safety on Uganda’s roads.
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